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Gaddis is charged with murder, possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime, possession of a stolen pistol, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, and unlawful carrying of a pistol, Crosby added.

At about 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, officers heard gunshots near 12th Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard, Crosby said. Officers found a man, Bellamy, in the public restroom along Withers Alley with a gunshot wound. Bellamy went to the hospital where he died a short time later from his injuries.

Police used surveillance cameras and tracked suspects who left the area. At about 12:30 a.m. police found the suspect walking with others near 29th Avenue North and Kings Highway, Crosby said. The group was detained while police investigated.

Crosby said the investigation showed the shooting was not connected to the nearby Carolina County Music Festival.

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